March 2019 in “European Urology Supplements” Some common medications like metformin, insulin, and ACE inhibitors can lower PSA levels, while statins don't, and low dose finasteride significantly reduces PSA.
Some blood thinners and blood pressure medicines can cause hair loss, which usually starts 1 to 6 months after beginning the medication.
April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Some blood pressure medications are linked to a higher risk of skin cancer.
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September 2020 in “BMC Endocrine Disorders” Existing drug dexamethasone may lower death risk in severe COVID-19 cases; more research needed for other drugs.
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August 2020 in “Tropical Diseases Travel Medicine and Vaccines” The review highlighted that the COVID-19 pandemic had a severe impact on patients with pre-existing chronic conditions, particularly older individuals with cardiovascular diseases like hypertension and coronary heart disease, who faced a higher risk of severe and fatal outcomes. The management of COVID-19 in these patients was complicated by debates over the use of certain medications, such as angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors. Obesity and diabetes were also identified as factors that increased the complexity of ICU management and disease severity, respectively. Additionally, the pandemic exacerbated challenges for patients with mental health disorders due to increased social isolation and reduced access to routine medical care. The review emphasized the need for future research to focus on protecting these vulnerable populations from future COVID-19 waves and mitigating the negative effects of pandemic-related healthcare disruptions.
